Goodbye To Dry

Come celebrate the end of Dry January with our Goodbye to Dry party! This will be a New Years Eve style party but starting at 11am. We will open and celebrate the last hour of enjoying NA beverages from 11am-11:59am. Then we will have a full countdown with balloon drop and confetti at noon to celebrate the taps being open! Joining us in the festivities will be Lionheart Confections, Cafe Reynard and Hot Chix. Lionheart Confections Doughnuts 11am-Sellout Cafe Reynard Pour Over Coffee 11am-3pm Hot Chix Chicken Wings 2pm-sellout. The party is free to attend, pay for food and drinks as you go. <a href="www.idlehandscraftales.com">Idle Hands Craft Ales</a> is located at 89 Commercial Street in Malden. Parking on site, or just a short 3 minute walk from Malden Center on the Orange Line.

Idle Hands Craft Ales

Melrose Beer Garden

We are bringing our Biergarten back to the beautiful Beebe Estate in downtown Melrose on Sunday, July 7th! This is a family friendly event featuring live music, food, games and plenty of great beer and other beverages! For this event we will have a selection of our beers (<a href="https://www.idlehandscraftales.com/">Idle Hands Craft Ales</a>) and Hannah’s Brewing. As well as wine, cider and non-alcoholic options. Food and music will be announced shortly. The event is free to attend, just pay for food and beverages as you go. Well behaved leashed dogs are welcome as well. We will have a tables and benches, but feel free to bring your own blankets and beach chairs. The Biergarten is Sunday, July 7th from 1-6pm at The Beebe Estate located at 235 W Foster St in Melrose.

The Beebe Estate

The Office Trivia w/ Mac & Gu

Calling all Scranton stranglers! Test your Dunder Mifflin knowledge at The Office Trivia hosted by <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mac-gu-movie-club/id1203487709">Mac &amp; Gu</a> at Idle Hands Craft Ales on Wednesday, March 13th! ️ Gather your team and prepare for an evening of trivia, laughter, and maybe even some Schrute Bucks. Trivia starts at 7pm and free to play. Must be 21+. Prizes awarded to the winning team.

Winter Biergarten

Winter Biergarten We are bringing all the fun of our summer biergartens inside this winter! Join us at Memorial Hall for our first ever Winter Biergarten. There will be live music from The Beer Hall Boys, food by Revelry, and of course, plenty of Idle Hands beer. Shake those winter blues and party like it's summer! Tickets are $21 and include a sausage plate (or vegetarian option) and your first beverage. Additional food and beverages are available al la cart. All tickets include a $1 donation to The Melrose Memorial Hall Restoration Fund. Kids are free. Doors open at 1pm. Last call is at 8:15pm. Tickets will be $25 at the door if not purchased in advance. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winter-biergarten-tickets-777168330397?aff=oddtdtcreator">Tickets available here</a>

Melrose Memorial Hall

Game of Thrones Trivia

Winter is here. Mac &amp; Gu host Game of Thrones Trivia (TV Series only) on Wednesday, December 13th at 7pm. Free to play, must be 21+.

Carols for A Cause

Join Opera and Classical Crossover Singer Natalja Sticco for an afternoon of Christmas Carols in our Taproom! Get into the Holiday Spirit and support a great cause! Instead of charging a ticket fee, we will be accepting donations in the form of cash, non-perishable food items or winter clothing that will be donated to Malden Warming Center: <a href="https://www.maldenwarmingcenter.org/?fbclid=IwAR2wCr2dxWu743Jj4CRoa2QFhVIPeMZBTsx_Ihoh3UsbV9JnCTYU65VIYLM">https://www.maldenwarmingcenter.org/</a>

Tree Lighting at Idle Hands

It's time to get festive! This year our annual tree lighting will happen on Saturday, December 2nd. We will be accepting monetary and non-perishable food items that will be donated to<a href="https://www.maldenwarmingcenter.org/"> Malden Warming Center</a>. In exchange for a donation, you can sign and hang an ornament on the tree! Arrive early and enjoy our Holiday Market that is happening at the brewery from 12-4pm. This market features local vendors, live music by Mike Costanzo, food by Revelry and Lionheart Confections.

Holiday Market at Idle Hands Craft Ales

Join us for a festive celebration at The Gallery@57 Holiday Market held at Idle Hands Craft Ales! Get ready to kick off the holiday season with a delightful array of handmade crafts, artisan goods and delicious treats and tasty brews. Sample craft beers, and yummy snacks from Lionheart Confections, the Revelry Food Truck and Secret Stash Treats and more while browsing the tables full of artful treasures brought to you by local artists. Discover a wide selection that will make your holiday shopping a breeze while supporting local artists and small businesses. The Holiday Market will take place on Saturday, December 2, 2023, starting at 12:00 through 4:00 PM . Located at 89 Commercial Street, Malden, MA 02148, our venue offers a fun filled outdoor festive experience with music by Mike Costanzo. Whether you're searching for that special something for a loved one or simply want to soak up the joyful ambiance, The Gallery@57 Holiday Market at Idle Hands Craft Ales is the place to be. Don't miss out on this exciting event that combines local talent, great beer, and the spirit of the season. Mark your calendars and join us for a memorable day of holiday shopping and merriment! Support local artisans and Small Businesses for the holidays.

Malden River & Neighborhood Cleanup

We are once again joining forces with Friends of The Malden River for a Malden River cleanup! This will be the final clean up in 2023 and to get everyone in the Halloween spirit we are encouraging everyone to come in costume! The first 50 registrations will receive a 1/2 pour of beer post cleanup! We will be meeting at the Taproom at 9:45am on Sunday, October 21st before walking down to the banks of the Malden River for the cleanup. Registration is highly recommended and open to all ages. You must be 21+ to enjoy beer after the cleanup. Participants are encouraged to wear long sleeves, hats and to bring their own sunscreen. We will have gloves for participants but you can bring your own. Please bring your own water bottle.

Friends Trivia Hosted by Mac & Gu

Join Mac &amp; Gu as they return to host Trivia in the Taproom! The theme for October is Friends. Prizes including an Idle Hands Gift Card will be awarded to the winning team. Free to play. Must be 21+. Trivia starts at 7pm.

Oktoberfest at The Beebe Estate

We are bringing the Oktoberfest party to Melrose! On Sunday, October 1st we are hosting Oktoberfest at The Beebe Estate! Join us in the biergarten from 12-5pm. There will be live music, games, food from La Qchara, Sim's BBQ and Kindred Crepes, and plenty of beer! Free entry, just pay for beer and food as you go. Family and dog friendly.

Beebe Estate

Idle Hands x Battuto Beer Tasting Dinner

Idle Hands and Battuto are teaming up for a summer-inspired beer dinner! Join us for a night of delicious food, great beer and merriment! Battuto owner and cook, Augusta, has been passionate about food and feeding people for as long as she can remember. After many years as an avid home cook, Augusta decided to turn her very active hobby into a business. When she’s not popping up at a brewery with small bites and appetizers, she really enjoys providing an intimate and curated experience hosting dinners in her studio space. Battuto menus feature Italian flavors, and seasonal, fresh, ingredients. M﻿enu Sneak Peak: Cabbage/Fennel/Apple Slaw or Burrata w/ Roasted Tomatoes Marinated Bortolotti beans w/ Calabrian Chili Grilled Tuscan Ribs w/ Rosemary Lemon Vinaigrette Peaches w/ Marscapone and Ginger Crumble This is a four course menu in total, with all food, four half pour beer pairings, and gratuity included in the ticket price. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar. Tickets will be sold ONLY in advance and space is LIMITED. Don’t miss out, get your tickets today! Please advise us directly if you have any eating restrictions or allergies. It is a set menu, however, some alterations may be accommodated if discussed in advance. Please let us know if there is anything we can do! Seating will be on a first come, first serve basis. If you and your friends want to sit together as a group, we suggest arriving early. There will be no reservations for specific seats. Any questions can be directed to <a href="mailto:info@idlehandscraftales.com">info@idlehandscraftales.com</a>

We are partnering with Friends of The Malden River and the Run Club of Malden for a Malden River and Nieghborhood cleanup! We will be meeting at the Taproom at 9:45am on Saturday July 29th and then break off into groups and head to the streets and the bankds of the Malden River to clean up! The Run Club of Malden will lead a Plogging cleanup of the Northern Strand Community Trail during this time. After the cleanup, we will head back to the Taproom where we will treat all volunteers 21+ to a half pour of beer! Registration is recommended but not required and is open to all ages. You must be 21+ to enjoy beer in the Taproom after the cleanup. Please bring your own water bottle and sun block. If you have work gloves bring them but we will also supply them. It is recommended that you wear sturdy boots, long pants, long sleeves and sunglasses. Ploggers, wear your running gear. Bags will be provided. We have a limited amount of trash pickers for volunteers to use. Cleanup will last approximately 2 hours. The thank you party will begin at noon in the Taproom.

Get Lit(erature) Book Fair

Join us for the nostalgia of a School Book Fair in the setting of your favorite brewery! Books you want, snarky gifts you'll love, and sparkly pens you've gotta have.

We are thrilled to announce Melrose’s first BEER GARDEN! Yes, it’s true. Join the fun on Sunday, July 9 from 1:00pm - 6:00pm on the front yard of the <a href="https://www.beebeestate.com/">Beebe Estate</a>. This pop-up event will feature: - <a href="idlehandscraftales.com">IDLE HANDS CRAFT ALES</a>! - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/p/Kindred-Crepes-100086320547356/">KINDRED CREPES!</a> - <a href="https://laqchara.com/">La QCHARA EXPRESS FOOD TRUCK!</a> - LAWN GAMES! - LIVE MUSIC! Bring the kids and spend an afternoon with friends and neighbors. You can also hit Main Street and check out some of the restaurants offering Beer Garden “Grab ’n Go” lunches! Please know the Beebe Estate parking lot WILL NOT be a parking option, so we encourage you to make other plans for getting there.

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Experiences

Goodbye To Dry

Melrose Beer Garden

The Office Trivia w/ Mac & Gu

Winter Biergarten

Game of Thrones Trivia

Carols for A Cause

Tree Lighting at Idle Hands

Holiday Market at Idle Hands Craft Ales

Malden River & Neighborhood Cleanup

Friends Trivia Hosted by Mac & Gu

Oktoberfest at The Beebe Estate

Idle Hands x Battuto Beer Tasting Dinner

Malden River & Neighborhood Cleanup

Get Lit(erature) Book Fair

Melrose Beer Garden